What is it called when a neutron hits a large uranium atom splitting it in two and releasing energy? O A. Fission O B. Fusion O C. Half life O D. radiation

Q: 18. In a fission process, uranium-235 is bombarded with a neutron to yield two neutrons, iodine-139…

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Q: In the reaction 1/0n+235/92U→94/38Sr+140/54Xe+1/0n+1/0n, the neutron and nucleus have a larger mass…

A: The reaction is an example of nuclear fission reaction. In this reaction the masses of the reactants…

Q: Which of the nuclear processes requires the highest temperatures to occur? A. fission B. gamma ray…

A: The processes creating one or more big nucleus (atomic nuclei) by combining two smaller atoms…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a possible result of nuclear decay? a. ultra violet radiation O b.…

A: Answer - The correct option is - (a) Ultraviolet radiation    Nuclear  decay is the process by which…

Q: What type of radiation occurs when a negatively charged electron is emitted from a nucleus?

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Q: .How does nuclear fusion generate energy? A.When a heavy nucleus splits, the total mass of the…

A: Nuclear chemistry

Q: Which of the following statements about nuclear fission or fusion is false?     a. The major…

A: 1st statement is true  As this is the major environmental concern related to nuclear power is the…

Q: In nuclear reactions: А. mass and energy are destroyed B. small amount of mass are converted to…

A: Recall Einstein equation             E=mc2Where, m is mass defect           c is velocity of light…

Q: You live one mile from a spot where a nuclear bomb was accidentally detonated. Assuming no…

A: Since Gamma rays are high energy electromagnetic radiation; the others are particles that move…

Q: Which of the following statements must be TRUE regarding nuclear fusion? O A The mass of the…

A: Nuclear fission: In a nuclear fission reaction, the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more…

Q: Predict the likely type of radioactive decay for each isotope below. Explain. a. 24Ne b. 119Sb C.…

A: As per rule we will solve first three sub-parts of the question. Kindly repost other parts as a…

Q: Which of the following processes has no impact on the atomic number? A. alpha 15. B. beta C. gamma…

A: A)Alpha decay- Radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus transforms into a different nucleus by…

Q: Fission can be induced when \gamma -rays are sorbed by a heavy nucleus. What energy \gamma - s are…

A: Depending on the particular nucleus and its energy levels, different gamma ray energies are required…

Q: Complete the following fission reaction. 1 235 LJ n +92 146 U La 57 + +3 n → O a.87 Kr 36 O b.87 Rb…

A: Fission reaction is that in which a nucleus of atom splits into two or more nuclei

Q: Describe what changes occur during beta decay. OA. The mass number and atomic number increase.. OB.…

A: Given process: beta decaychange in mass no = to be determinedchange in atomic no = to be determined

Q: Match the description to the type of radioactive decay ____ the atomic number and mass number…

A: With increase in the mass of the radiation,  penetrating power decreases.

Q: In 1913, an element was known to “emanate” from radium-226 by alpha emission and then to decay to…

A: The symbol of an alpha particle is 2He4.

Q: 4. Which type of radiation – alpha, beta, or gamma: a. Results in the greatest change in atomic…

A: To answer this question, we would first see definition and representation of alpha, beta and gamma…

Q: beta decay

A: C. The mass number is unchanged and the atomic number increases.

Q: The term "nuclear energy" is most closely associated with which one of the following processes? 1.…

A: The question addresses the association of the term "nuclear energy" with specific nuclear processes,…

Q: Which of the following describes a nuclear fusion reaction?     A.A much smaller particle breaks off…

A: Nuclear fusion:  fusion means combining

Writing and Balancing Nuclear Equations

A nuclear equation is a symbolic representation of a nuclear reaction using certain symbols. It is studied in nuclear chemistry and nuclear physics.